It is time to make your way to the Great Smoky Mountains. Of course, we are talking about heading over to Gatlinburg, where a new vacation getaway is here waiting for you. Now is the time to start planning ahead for your next vacation to the area. The fall season is almost here, and with it comes cooler temps and changing color of the leaves in the area. One of the best ways to spend your fall vacation in Gatlinburg is by checking out the local fall events in Gatlinburg. Here are the top events that are waiting for you in Gatlinburg:
Smoky Mountain Fall Festival at Ober
The fall season is always a popular time for festivals, as the cooler weather makes it easier to enjoy your time outdoors. The same can be said here in Gatlinburg, where you will find the Smoky Mountain Fall Festival at Ober taking place. The fun and excitement kicks on Friday September 27th and lasts for a whole month up until Sunday October 20th. During this time, you will find Ober Mountain to be hosting all kinds of festivities such as live music, delicious food, and a whole lot of fun. Climb up to the top of a hay mountain before you slide on down. Ride a bike through the hay track or out of the hay maze. Check out giant pumpkins that weigh up to 1,000 pounds being carved into huge jack-o’-lanterns. The festival food lineup consists of classic fall fare such as schnitzel, brats, pretzels with beer cheese, pumpkin spice fudge, and much more. Of course that kind of food is always paired best with German beer with Hofbrau and Spaten on tap. While you’re up at Ober Mountain check out their regular attractions such as the zip line and mountain biking too. The Smoky Mountain Fall Festival at Ober is waiting for you!
Dollywood’s Harvest Festival
Head on down the street to our neighbors over in Pigeon Forge for another great fall festival with Dollywood’s Harvest Festival. This has been named as one of America’s best fall event and continues to be a tradition here in Pigeon Forge. The Harvest Festival is here to celebrate the changing of the seasons and the beautify of the Great Smoky Mountains. Dollywood is a thrilling amusement park with popular rides such as Big Bear Mountain. After the sun sets, the Great Pumpkin LumiNights illuminates the sky with over 12,000 light up pumpkins. Live music including bluegrass and America will play throughout the festival just as Dolly herself would want. Enjoy seasonal flavors for beverages and desserts that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Come make memories together at the Harvest Festival taking place from September 9th through October 28th.
Bear-Varian Beer Festival
Another local Gatlinburg attraction that is putting their hand in the ring for fall festivals is Anakeesta. They are a popular destination for all kinds of outdoor activities and thrilling fun. During the fall season Anakeesta will put on their Bear-Varian Beer Festival, a two month extravaganza that celebrates German beer with all kinds of goodies. Bear-Varian Beer Festival will offer up all the German food you can muster including pork schnitzel, smashed potatoes, turkey legs, soft pretzels, bratwurst, kraut, and German chocolate funnel fries. Of course, the adults in your group will want to get their hands on a pint of their favorite beer or cider which will be on draft here at Anakeesta. The Bear-Varian Beer Festival is taking place September 15th through October 31st.
Boo Bash at Gatlinburg SkyPark
As the month of October comes in you will notice the colors of the leaves will start to change into vibrant colors of red, orange, and yellow. Gatlinburg SkyPark is another great attraction in the area with one of the largest pedestrian rope bridges in the world. During the month of October SkyPark will get a little spooky with their Boo Bash all month long. Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes and take pictures all across the park. The fun turns up a notch on October 27th and 28th for the Fall Fest. These two days will offer additional activities such as face painting, balloon art, live music, games on the SkyDeck including giant Jenga and corn hole, and prize pack giveaways. All of the activities found at both Boo Bash and Fall Fest are included with regular ticketed entry into Anakeesta. You can never have too many fall festivals here in Gatlinburg!
Come Visit the Great Smoky Mountains
Now is the perfect time to come check out just how cool the fall season is here in Gatlinburg. Our vacation cabins will welcome you every step of the way and keep you close to these exciting fall events in Gatlinburg. Book today just in time for fall!
As we prepare to tear off the last page of 2019’s calendar, it’s only fitting that we end the year with a bang. It’s not every year that we celebrate the end of a decade, after all! This is the time for glittery parties, exciting adventures, and if you’re up for it, a visit to Gatlinburg and a stay in one of our Cabin Rental Store holiday escapes! Whether you plan on staying in and bidding the old year farewell in comfort and style or you get out there and party the night away, the next decade promises to be bright and happy when you close out 2019 with Gatlinburg events!
Celebrating in Style
Proving over and over again that comfort can be stylish, our beautiful cabins are designed to be an integral part of your holiday escape! Whether you are whipping up a batch of hors d’oeuvres in our fully equipped kitchens, watching the ball drop in Times Square on the state of the art televisions, or toasting the new year with your favorite beverage and a kiss for your loved one, you’ll be surrounded by beauty wherever you turn! Bundle up and sit out on the deck, watching the sun set over the landscape for the last time this decade, or cuddle in front of a roaring fire, thankful that your journey brought you to our doorstep; it’s these small moments that can make the biggest impact on your heart, and when you wake up in the new year feeling rested and alert, you’ll know you’ll never forget this New Years’ experience!
Add a Little Extra Shine to Your Gatlinburg Events and Celebrations
Stepping out on the last night of the year is a tradition you won’t have to forego—nor will you want to! New Year’s Eve is always a blast in the town of Gatlinburg, filled with good food, live entertainment, and punctuated with our own ball drop and an explosion of fireworks lighting up the night sky. Dress warmly for this outdoor event held at the Gatlinburg Space Needle and prepare to have the time of your life! Other entertainment options include Ole Red’s Gatlinburg Pre-Countdown Party and Gatlinburg SkyLift Park New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Viewing Party; there’s always something going on at New Year’s in our Smoky Mountains town!
It All Starts with The Cabin Rental Store
Making this special night feel even more spectacular is simple when you start it out in one of our Cabin Rental Store holiday escapes—reserve yours today and enjoy these Gatlinburg events!
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country. Anyone who has been there knows that Gatlinburg is the place to stay if you are looking to explore this beautiful area. This is due to an amazing location, but also because of a vibrant community that provides endless events and celebrations. The following are the top three upcoming Gatlinburg events.
Taste of Autumn
On September 13th comes the best way to kick off the fall season. At the heart of it all is amazing music and amazing food. The music comes from one of the most renowned Beatles tribute bands in the world, Abbey Road Live. The food comes from some of the best restaurants throughout this area. But there is so much more to love about this Gatlinburg classic. For one, you get to enjoy incredible scenery that you can only find at this point on the Earth. But you can also enjoy games and the comradery of the town.
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Festival
From October 4th through the 21st comes one of the best expressions of this community. You will find endless creativity on display in the form of woodworking, painting, photography, and everything in between. There is no better way to immerse yourself in this one of a kind community than by attending this event at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
This is an amazing event because it spans from September 7th to November 25th. Throughout this time, families can enjoy the amazing sights of fall in Gatlinburg along with games, live music, arts, crafts, lights, and so much more. It is impossible to not have a nice time at the Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival. You can find the festivities by simply wandering the downtown area!
Find a Beautiful Vacation Home
Since you will have plenty of ways to spend a day, it is always a good idea to have a nice place to rest up in the evening time. Luckily, you will find countless beautiful vacation homes through The Cabin Rental Store. From an elegant mansion on a hill to a cozy cabin in the woods, all of the accommodations that we provide are sure to create a luxurious experience that also makes you feel at home. Find this comfort in wonderful bedding in spacious bedrooms, well-appointed living rooms, a gourmet kitchen, and so much more. Find the perfect place to stay by simply contacting The Cabin Rental Store today!